章 72: Ayla's Counter-Plan.

While Ares was planning with Livia, Ayla was already plotting her next action.

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"We have to revise our plans, Brother," Ayla told Lucas.

"Huh? Is this because of Ares?" Lucas stated, his face contorted.

"Yeah, he would have been a tough opponent on his own, but now that Livia has joined him, there is nothing stopping him," Ayla replied, pounding her nails.

"But Livia has already declared that she will not be participating in this tournament, correct?" Lucas inquired.

"She did say that before, but Ares wasn't interested in the tournament at the time," 

"I'm not sure what changed Ares' mind so abruptly to declare that he will participate in this tournament as soon as he returns from his absence," Ayla muttered to herself.

"Well, I guess I just have to deal with him; I already had some scores to settle with him and was waiting for an opportunity," Lucas exclaimed, his eyes sparkling with delight.